The Medical Advisor

In the “Inspired” interview above, I discuss what I believe are some of the most important dietary and lifestyle strategies to safeguard your health, starting with avoiding seed oils (also commonly referred to as vegetable oils). Examples of cooking oils to avoid include canola, corn, rapeseed, cottonseed and soybean oil. The reason for this recommendation is these kinds of industrial seed oils contain high amounts of a harmful omega-6 fat called linoleic acid (LA). LA is not dangerous in and of itself. The danger is really in the dosing. Most people consume up to 10 times more LA than they need, and the excessive amount is what causes the problem. LA is referred to as an essential fat, which is true. You do need some. But it’s present in nearly all foods — including whole foods but processed foods and condiments in particular — so there’s virtually no way for you to become deficient. In all likelihood, you’re getting far more than your body needs, and in excess, LA creates free rad...

There are  over 1500 published papers  on the benefits of molecular hydrogen in health and wellness. As of December 2022, there are more than 900 on-going studies related to "molecular hydrogen" on  clinicaltrials.gov . Hydrogen medicine is a new and dynamic field with many on-going research. This list is a work-in-progress list as new evidence might be added from time to time. Surprisingly, scientific studies revealed that a simple molecule like hydrogen has  antioxidant  benefit and is able to protect cells against free radicals. Let's check out the science and evidence behind this. Since we published this article few months ago, there has been many new studies and evidence related to hydrogen water in healthcare. This is an updated article to review hydrogen water and the scientific evidence behind it to help you make an informed decision. What Is Hydrogen Water? Is hydrogen water a scam? Hydrogen (H2) is the most abundant molecule in the Universe. As you kno...

Milk is often considered a helpful product for growing children because it is a full supply of energy and the richest and most affordable source of high nutritional quality protein, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A. A study  supports the hypothesis that dairy consumers had higher intakes of micronutrients and higher nutrient adequacy than children who consumed no milk or dairy products. Does My 5-Year-Old Need Milk? Milk is a good source of many nutrients, which can also be found in other food sources. However, it may be challenging if your child is a picky eater.  Contemplating whether your kid should keep drinking milk? Here are a few advantages that milk provides to a growing child: Milk contains many nutrients, including calcium, vitamin B, an especially significant amount of vitamin B2 and fat-soluble vitamins, such as A, D, and E. Vitamin D-fortified milk can prevent vitamin D deficiency which causes rickets. Studies have identified severe rickets from vitamin D defic...

Milk is considered a helpful product for growing children because it is a full supply of energy and the richest and most affordable source of high nutritional quality protein, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A.  A study supports the hypothesis that dairy consumers had higher intakes of micronutrients and higher nutrient adequacy than children who consumed no milk or dairy products. USDA Milk Recommendations Toddler 12 to 23 months : 1⅔ to 2 cups per day Children ages 2 to 3 years : 2 to 2½ cups (or dairy equivalents) per day Children ages 4 to 8 years: 2½ cups (or dairy equivalents) per day What Type of Milk Should I Give My 2 Year Old? Full cream milk should be given to toddlers under two years old. Once they turn two, children can consume full-fat or reduced-fat milk with the rest of the family. Toddlers have extremely high energy needs and shouldn't drink low-fat or skimmed milk. Furthermore, whole milk is simpler to digest than low-fat or skim milk because it has more fat, wh...